Archery hunting is getting close to your game to take with an arrow. Crossbows have the same hunting range (maxium about 35 yards) as compounds.
I hunt using a crossbow and was 3D target practicing on the weekend past, was hitting the killzone from 47 yards out easy. From the prone position no arm rest.
I have an ExoMag, 330fps...sweet crossbow with a scope....I stick to the ground when I go out during archery season and stay clear of really thick brush...love it!